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All you need on a budget..

At first glance the hotel seems a bit dated which it is. However the rooms are updated and very nice and teh beds are great. The bar has friendly staff and lots of tv's for watching. The front desk and shuttle driver were all awesome.. They weren't supposed to get too close to the BSU stadium on game day because of traffice but the guy knew a secret way to get us close.. Great customer service peeps!!More

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Stayed: October 2012, traveled as a couple

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this reviewResponded October 24, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write a review on your experience here at the Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner. We realize that you can stay anywhere and we thank you for choosing the Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner. We hope to see you again in the very near future and if there is anything we can do to help prepare for your next visit, do not hesitate to contact us directly.

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What i like in a motel is to feel welcome to have a home away from home not here desk clerk cold snobby should a walked out then rooms had ammenities quiet ok asked for extra pillow again treated badly this is pricey n we did not find what we want or need are going elsewhere tonight in our experience sometimes small family owned places can be better than larger places n thats where we are headed this wasnt personable nice polite we actually went 2 store 2 buy xtra pillows n handtowels! We wont be back!

Stayed: October 2012

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this reviewResponded October 24, 2012

I am truly sorry that you had a less than perfect stay and that we did not follow through as we most definitely should have. If you would kindly contact me, I will certainly make it right.

Thank you again and I look forward to hearing from you.

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This was a Hotwire deal for us , Although we did not specifically choose the Red Lion Downtowner it turned out to be on the best stays on our vacation. The outside may not look like lthat impressive, but the inside was very well kept up, our room was immaculate and extremely comfortable. Slept like we were at home. We also appreciated the location. Close enough to downtown to walk most places, but also out of the main traffic area and quiet.

While the Downtowner does not include breakfast in the stay, there is a a good restauraunt in the lobby with reasonable prices, excellent food, and very friendly staff. The staff of the hotel that we encountered were all very friendly and helpful.

Even though Hotwire picked the Red Lion Downtowner for us on this trip, it's the place we woud go to the next time we are in Boise.

Stayed: August 2012, traveled with family

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this reviewResponded October 24, 2012

We were thrilled to know that you had a great time with us during your recent stay. Thank you for taking the time to write such wonderful comments. We are always thrilled when we are able to exceed the expectations of our guests. Exceeding your expectations is what we aim to do each and every time and knowing that we were able to achieve that for you pleases us.

We hope to see you again in the very near future and if there is anything we can do to help prepare for your next visit, do not hesitate to contact us directly.

Sincerely,Ken Kester

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stayed here this week since every other hotel in Boise was filled due to the Boise Open.

Location is bad; nothing is walkable from it except for the strip clubs across the streets.

Rooms are clean, but layout is strange. For instance you can't open the bathroom door without hitting the toilet. You cant put the bath mat on the floor and still close the door.

Stayed: September 2012, traveled on business

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this reviewResponded September 14, 2012

I would like to extend my appreciation for the time you spent sharing your observations on tripadvisor. I am truly sorry for not meeting your expectations. I noticed that you had a two night stay with us. When the room is vacated that you stayed in I will check out your concern with the bathroom door.

In your rerview you mentioned that nothing was walkable. We have many guest that daily walk to the Albertsons shopping center that is less than a quarter mile from the hotel. We also have guest walk to the center on downtown Boise which is approximately half mile for the hotel and easy 10 minute walk. We also make our shuttle service available to guest wanting a ride downtown.

Once again I apologize for not meeting your expectations.

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Well, a very good location, but the common areas need a good cleaning. Front desk staff is very nice and accommodating. Beds are comfortable and rooms are slightly above average. Maid service was not very good. Glasses and coffee maker not cleaned each day. Priclined it at $52. It is more of a 2 1/2 star property and in my op[inion, not worth more than what I paid.

Room Tip: Ask for an interior room for a quiet stay.

Stayed: September 2012, traveled on business

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this reviewResponded September 14, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write a review on your experience here at the Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner. We realize that you can stay anywhere and we thank you for choosing the Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner. I am truly sorry that you had a less than perfect stay. I have shared your concern with our Housekeeping Manager, she is investigating which housekeeper was responsible for cleaning your room. The housekeeper will recieve additional training.

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Thank you, Red Lion staff, for an easy in and easy out stay. The room was absolutely immaculate. We loved the bedding. I slept like I was in my own bed! It was a great way to spend my 66th birthday!...................................................................................................Great stay!

Room Tip: Didn't notice the construction on the road....the gps brought us right to the front door. Room was very roomy for a 2 queen room!

Stayed: September 2012, traveled as a couple

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RL828, General Manager at Red Lion Hotel Boise Downtowner, responded to this reviewResponded September 14, 2012

Thank you for taking the time to write such wonderful comments about your recent stay with us at the Red Lion Hotel Boise. We are always thrilled when we are able to exceed the expectations of our guests. Exceeding your expectations is what we aim to do each and every time and knowing that we were able to achieve that for you pleases us.

Sincerely,Ken Kester

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